Rochester, New York vs. Parsons, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Parsons, Kansas is 23.3% cheaper than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $38,341 in Parsons, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Parsons, Kansas is cheaper than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Parsons
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Parsons, KS
Compared to Rochester, Parsons is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  8.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.2% higher
  Commute
  35.5% lower
  Health
  9.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.5% lower